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Cake
2018·Movie
·2h 5min·
Cake fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace5
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Moving and romantic
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics9
- Pathos8
- Romance7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Situational Comedy2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Everyday modern life, family, and the mind
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
- Editing5
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMoving and romantic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's moving, romantic, and melancholic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, family, and the mind
Its world is built around everyday modern life, family, and the mind.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
A woman who takes care of her aging parents and their land is joined by her sister when their parents' health worsens.
Pakistani CinemaFamily DramaSisterhoodContemporary RealismEmotionalCharacter-DrivenRelationship DynamicsSlow BurnMelancholic
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Questions about Cake
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Cake worth watching?
73
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.6 and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Cake?
2 h 5 min
Cake runs 2 h 5 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Cake?
Critics80
Audiences83
Yes. Critics average 80 and audiences 83 out of 100, so both groups see Cake much the same way.
Was Cake a box office hit?
Budget$350,000
Box office$850,000
Yes. It cost about $350,000 to make and earned $850,000 worldwide, 2.4 times its budget.
What language is Cake in?
UrduSindhi
It was made in Urdu, with some Sindhi. Produced in Pakistan, United Kingdom.
What tropes does Cake use?
Sugar-and-Ice PersonalityOdd FriendshipOne-Hour Work WeekHope SpotGood Scars, Evil ScarsEthnic Menial LaborAmicable ExesDeadpan SnarkerOlder Than They LookFriendship MomentBeauty InversionFan Disserviceand 37 more
TV Tropes lists 49 storytelling tropes for Cake, including Sugar-and-Ice Personality, Odd Friendship, One-Hour Work Week.